Bruce..
Coyotes range beyween 30 up to 60 lbs.
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They, skunks and badgers are primarily nocturnal, tho they are seen during daylight hours. However if they come close to the house in the daytime, something is wrong
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Coyotes are also very adaptable and successful critters and their population has actually risen. In some Los Angeles suburbs they have gotten bold and actually have killed children and taken numerous household pets. They come out of the foothills and raid trashcans and take whatever looks tasty and easy.
[This message has been edited by DC (edited March 02, 1999).]